President Trump Seeks $12B Increase in FY2019 VA Budget to Support Nation's Veterans

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WASHINGTON — In the fiscal year (FY) 2019 budget, President Trump is proposing a total of $198.6 billion for the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA).
This request, an increase of $12.1 billion over 2018, will ensure the nation’s Veterans receive high-quality health care and timely access to benefits and services.
The budget also continues to implement reforms that will modernize VA and rebuild the full trust of Veterans.
“The 2019 budget reflects the strong commitment of the president to provide the services and benefits that our nation’s Veterans have earned,” said VA Secretary Dr. David J. Shulkin.